Mike Lahiff serves as the co- founder and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ZeroEyes, which is the only Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based gun detection analytics platform to receive the United States Department of Homeland Security Safety Act Designation.
ZeroEyes seamlessly integrates with existing security camera systems to detect weapons and promptly alerts local staff and first responders upon detection.
Prior to establishing ZeroEyes, Mike held the position of Director of Digital Programs at Comcast NBCUniversal where he managed the coordination between project management teams and software development teams to successfully deliver numerous digital products.
Before his tenure at Comcast, Mike was the managing member of Horsemen Partners, a private fund specializing in the acquisitions of small and medium sized businesses.
He also served as Navy Seal in the United States (U.S) Navy for a decade.
Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Finance from Columbia College and a Master of Business Administration in Private Equity & Venture Capital from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
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What is ZeroEyes
ZeroEyes is an AI-based technology offering proactive, human-verified visual gun detection and situational awareness solutions.
It was founded in 2018 by a team of Navy SEALs and elite technologists in response to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas school active shooter incident.
Its mission is to prevent similar tragedies and safeguard people from such circumstances.
The technology seamlessly integrates into existing digital security camera systems and has been adopted by various organizations, including educational institutions, security firms, and law enforcement agencies.
Schools in the United States like Illinois, Utah, and districts like Fort Smith Public Schools have implemented this technology
By proactively identifying potential threats, ZeroEyes enhances schoolground security and overcomes the limitations of current reactive security systems
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How AI- Based Technology Works
This advanced system utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze live video feeds, swiftly detecting emerging firearms and promptly alerting local authorities and on-site security personnel.
Upon identification of a potential threat, images are relayed to the ZeroEyes Operations Centre (ZOC), where trained professionals verify it before notifying relevant authorities.
Subsequently, within 3 to 5 seconds, confirmed threats are transmitted to facility administrators and law enforcement, detailing the number and location of suspected shooters.
